“There is no potential for rioting in Bali … We are on the forefront of safety and order for tourists in Bali. There is no threat in Pulau Dewata. I have increased patrols [all over],” Petrus said, as quoted by Kumparan.

A number of countries, including Australia and Canada, issued travel advisories cautioning their respective citizens to “exercise a high degree of caution,” due to ongoing political and social tensions.

The Canadian government said on their official website that there is a “threat of terrorism throughout the country.”

Jakarta witnessed post-election protests last week following the announcement of the official results declaring President Joko Widodo had defeated Prabowo Subianto. Demonstrations against the government over Prabowo’s allegations of election fraud spiraled into violent riots late on May 21 and May 22. The riots led to at least eight deaths and injured hundreds others.

Bali Governor I Wayan Koster echoed Petrus’ sentiment, saying that the police has been firm in addressing any potential disturbance in Bali, as reported by Kumparan.

“For countries who have issued a travel warning to their citizens, I can reassure [them] that Bali remains safe, there’s no need to worry,” Wayan said.